Detailed Introduction Of This Home
L.A.'s first PHIUS-certified PASSIVE / NET ZERO home! This sustainable marvel seamlessly combines luxury and eco-conscious living. This Phius-ZERO (Passive House Institute U.S.) home provides an unmatched high-performance environment that will surpass the most critical of expectations. Discover a testament to modern innovation and responsible living! Drought tolerant and worry-free landscaping create a low-maintenance exterior. Even the high-performance windows and doors have unique functions, resulting in superb indoor air quality, limited temperature variance throughout the home, and zero drafts. This home will stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter months. A heat-recovery ventilation system drives the mechanics of this home so you can enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, filtered air AND an airtight home, offering a near hypoallergenic environment. Resource-efficient standards deliver a low moisture and dust-free environment, maintaining ventilation at a desirable level and preventing moisture intrusion, with the ultimate goal of healthy, clean and fresh air, a pleasant indoor climate and of course, carbon neutrality. The meticulous design strategically positioned the home’s windows to let the sunlight in, but the design choices combined with intentional building material selection minimizes thermal gaps and helps to create an energy-efficient masterpiece. Passive houses experience a reduction in energy usage for heating and cooling by up to 90% and total energy usage by up to 70%. Less energy use translates to lower greenhouse gas emissions from power plants and subsequently, less contribution to global warming. Enjoy the pool and spa or relax in another outdoor space. The entire home relies and functions with solar energy. Heat or cool your home and pool year round with no electric bill. Charge your electric car via solar energy, too! The primary bedroom can be found on the upper floor and features an en-suite bath with a giant bathtub that offers views of the palms. In addition to the primary suite on the top floor, two additional nicely-sized bedrooms share a bathroom. The basement, a rarity in the San Fernando Valley, features windows for ample light, an oversized bedroom, a versatile 600 square foot space, along with a full bath. This level offers versatility and flexibility for any lifestyle. Designed to be long lasting and affordable for a lifetime, you can live responsibly and beautifully in this net-zero gem.